IP/Wound Care Nurse RN or LPN

Southern Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center is seeking an energetic IP/Wound Care Nurse to join our team in Tulsa, OK.

Benefits

• Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Insurance (75% of employee portion paid by company)
• Dental Insurance (50% of employee portion paid by company)
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time-Off

Responsibilities

• Provide direct wound assessments and daily care to residents in the facility.
• Create treatment plans for residents to prevent further wound-related problems.
• Perform wound assessment, reassessment, and management of wounds.
• Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the physician.
• Verify adequate supply of floor stock medications, supplies, and equipment; report needs to the Nurse Supervisor.
• Deliver and maintain optimum resident care and comfort by demonstrating knowledge and skills of current nursing practices.
• Make rounds with physicians as necessary.
• Review resident charts for specific treatments, medication orders, and diets.
• Demonstrate knowledge of wound staging systems and develop skin care programs to prevent skin breakdown.
• Coordinate and supervise patient care as necessary.
• Ensure documentation meets current standards and practices.
• Assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Work shifts on the unit as needed to maintain quality and continuum of care for residents, including a rotating on-call schedule.
• Perform any other assigned tasks or duties.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with required state licensure.
• Infection Prevention and Wound Care Training certification.
• Excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills.
• Good leadership qualities.
• Organized and detailed in work performance.
• Good communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience.
• Genuine caring for and interest in elderly and disabled people in a nursing facility.
• Comply with Residents' Rights and Facility Policies and Procedures.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to seek assistance as needed.
• Ability to adapt to changes necessitated by patient/staff situations.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to handle several tasks at one time.
• Ability to write legibly.
• Ability to interact positively and communicate well with guests, families, co-workers, supervisors, and other employees.